The cut of the £20 Universal Credit uplift, which many households in Salford relied on, has had a ‘devastating’ effect […]
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People on Universal Credit are struggling to feed themselves already, says a report led by the University of Salford
Research has shown that half of people claiming Universal Credit were living in food insecurity, even before the removal of the £20-a-week uplift.
“It will push more families into destitution” – Salford Mayor Paul Dennett’s discussion on cuts to Universal Credit
Salford Mayor Paul Dennett says low-income families could end up homeless if the £20 per week Universal Credit bonus is […]
‘Families are struggling to put food on the table’ – Salford Foodbank manager says Universal Credit needs to be rethought
Salford Foodbank says demand has rocketed after the recent roll-out of universal credit in the area. Universal Credit, which is being […]
‘People are living lives of desperation’ – Salford suffering under Universal Credit says Deputy Mayor
The roll-out of Universal Credit is plunging Salford families into debt, according to the Deputy Mayor and Salford’s Credit Union.
Salford Foodbank receiving desperate pleas following roll out of Universal Credit
Salford Foodbank has received desperate messages for help from residents who are being affected by the recent roll out of universal credit.
Christmas is cancelled for over 40,000 children this year due to Universal Credit waiting times
IN a bid to help those being affected by the most recent austerity measures, members of Unite the Union in […]
Boost to universal credit set to help Salford foodbanks
The Chancellor’s pledge of a £1.5 billion package to make the roll-out of Universal Credit smoother has been welcomed by […]
Salford Credit Union plans new payday scheme to “combat” 900% APR loans
Salford and the consortium of Greater Manchester Credit Unions are getting together to plan their very own payday loan scheme, […]
Last chance to apply for household support fund in Salford
Today is the last chance in Salford to apply for round five of the household support fund that focuses on […]
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